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Mass powerline inspections begin in Vic

27 September, 2023

Energy Safe Victoria will inspect thousands of kilometres of powerlines to ensure they are clear of vegetation ahead of summer.


Electrical incidents, death a wake-up call for industry

19 September, 2023

Victoria has seen four serious electrical incidents over the course of only two months.


Maintaining sparkie safety in a changing electrical landscape

18 September, 2023

Lucy Finlay discusses crucial safety considerations for electricians in light of changing regulations, automation and the shift to renewable energy.


WA looks to future with new electricity framework

05 September, 2023

A new bill aims to update 20-year-old legislation to prepare the electricity sector for rapid changes resulting from the state's energy transition.


WA updates electrical requirements

22 August, 2023

The new requirements will apply to all new electrical installation designs commenced after 1 February 2024.


Bereaved family has important warning for electrical workers

15 August, 2023

The family of a young woman who died as a result of a faulty electrical product are sharing their story in the hope that it will serve as a warning to suppliers of electrical goods.


Arc flash incident leaves worker with serious burns

07 August, 2023

Energy Safe Victoria has expressed disappointment that two electrical workers have been hospitalised in the same month.


Safety regulator investigates roof space death

01 August, 2023

WA's electrical safety regulator is investigating the tragic death of an electrician at a property in Nollamara.


Electrician's hospitalisation prompts warning to never work live

26 July, 2023

A Victorian electrician suffered burns after failing to isolate power to the switchboard he was working on.


Warning issued about unsafe travel adaptors

19 July, 2023

WA's energy safety regulator has issued a warning about dangerous travel adaptors that are not approved for use in Australia, following a rise in electric shock reports.


Councils, energy companies fined for failing to keep powerlines clear

14 July, 2023

Contact between trees and powerlines can result in fires, electrocution and power outages, which can lead to property damage and, in serious cases, injury and loss of life.


Call for reform after dangerous lamp recall

04 July, 2023

Following Kmart's urgent recall of the 'Anko'-branded Marmo Table Lamp, Lighting Council Australia has called for further action on enforcement of compliance.


Regulators descend on Mildura

06 June, 2023

Regulators have inspected construction sites across Mildura as part of the Build Aware campaign, which aims to educate workers and identify safety risks.


Qld Electrical Safety Act to be overhauled

17 May, 2023

Queenslanders are invited to respond to key issues identified in a review of the Act, with their feedback determining what changes will be made.


Company issues fraudulent electrical safety certificates

11 April, 2023

The contractor was found guilty of 47 instances where certificates included the names of electricians who did not carry out or supervise electrical works.


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